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You can travel far and wide, but we dare you to find a hotel hair dryer that is anything more than average. As anyone who’s tried to style their hair on-the-go can attest, they’re often weak, loud and ultimately no better than letting your hair dry naturally.

The obvious solution is to lug your favourite device everywhere you go. However, hair dryers tend to be bulky and heavy, not to mention they take up vital room if your travels are limited by baggage weight restrictions.

Enter the travel dryer. Admittedly many of them are barely a step above hotel room fare, but if any brand can buck the trend it’s ghd. The go-to brand for hair tools of all shapes and sizes, its flight travel dryer packs all of its usual technical wizardry into a device that’s compact and travel-friendly.

Ghd promises that it packs 70 per cent of the power of the brand’s full-size dryer, but when we got it out of the box, we were baffled how something so small could be so mighty. Dreaming of future travels, our tester got to work using it in her regular styling routine to see how it held up.

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Attachments: One (precision drying nozzle)

Motor: 1800w

Weight: 422g

First and foremost, this hair dryer is tiny. That’s a given for travel-size products of any kind, but we were still shocked.

It’s clearly been designed with practicality in mind, utilising a folding handle and smaller than average barrel. You can be rest assured it’ll work wherever you travel as it’s dual voltage. Most notably, it’s incredibly lightweight, coming in at just 422g – perfect for hand luggage or a handbag.

From a technical perspective, some of the features are similar to ghd’s other hair dryers. Safeguard technology means it switches off if it’s held too close to hair, which helps prevent hair damage. You can also toggle between low and high speed settings.

But most importantly: how well does it dry your hair? Our tester has very long, thick hair, and if there was any difference in the length of time it took to try, it was minimal. It doesn’t feel quite as powerful as a full-size dryer – which is to be expected – but it still feels much more powerful than full-size offerings from some of ghd’s competitors.

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To keep devices like this so small, they have to be stripped down to basics. In truth, sometimes we get overwhelmed by the sheer amount of options on very ambitious styling tools, so we weren’t too fussed about that. The only way it (very slightly) hindered the experience was the fact that temperature-wise you only had the options of the cool shot or the full blast of 65C, which sometimes felt too hot and harsh. However, considering we would only be using this on-the-go, it’s a minor complaint and it never left our hair feeling singed, especially when prepped with a moisturising hair oil. We also found the cord a smidge too short, but again, this is to be expected.

Those with curly hair will lament the absence of a diffuser — you only get one attachment, which is a precision drying nozzle. This was great for producing both super sleek styles and bouncy blow dries. The weight of the dryer also helps with the latter; at no point did we experience aching arms from lengthy styling.

Functionally, the ghd flight travel model is the most practical hair dryer we’ve ever used. It’s lightweight almost beyond belief, easy to slip into your bag, and makes easy work of thin and thick hair alike.

You do get less control over styling than non-travel dryers from ghd. However, this is to be expected from something that exists purely to maintain some semblance of normal life on the move.

Like all of ghd’s tools, it feels like the standard all similar products should aim to replicate. Even some full-size dryers could learn from this kind of easy, powerful styling. It goes without saying, but this is a marked step up from the hotel hair dryer.

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Loved by celebs, influencers and Cult Beauties alike, ghd has been making waves (and poker-straight locks and curly 'do's) in the beauty realm since the beginning of the century by bringing hi-tech, salon-quality styling tools into the hands and homes of professionals and hair mavens everywhere. Forget powerless travel hair dryers of the past, let us introduce you to ghd's Flight Travel Hair Dryer, incredibly powerful and perfect for on-the-go use, this comes with a protective case and boasts a small, fold-away design.

50% lighter than the { Air Hair Dryer } but with 70% of the power, ghd's Flight Travel Hair Dryer is the perfect fusion of premium design, powerful performance and portability.

With its protective dust bag and portable fold-away design, this is a must-have for constant on-the-go travellers. Anything but ordinary, it boasts two temperature settings, has a foldable handle for easy packing and storage and only weighs 422g - all while having dual voltage that works at 240V as well as 120V, so you can rest assured this will work wherever your travel journey takes you.

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I was looking for a hair dryer that I could use on an everyday basis at home, as well as take with me when traveling, so the extra voltage compatibility was a must. It's not the most powerful dryer, but I have superfine hair, so I don't need much. Unfortunately this dryer seems to overheat/ automatically shut off very quickly. I've had it for six months and while it did it ocassionally towards the end of drying/styling my hair, it now happens very early on, pretty much right after I've given my hair a quick rough dry but before I've even starting blowing it out with a brush. I'm wondering how much longer I have before it stops working completely...

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I never thought I needed a travel hairdryer as most hotels have hairdryers in the rooms now. I was -wrong-. This is so much nicer than a hotel room dryer and I cannot travel without it now. I use the proper sized GHD hair dryer at home and if you are used to that then travelling without GHD is hard to do!

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Don’t be out off by the price of this… it’s the most powerful travel dryer I’ve owned. It’s so good that when I was having physio for back issue I could use it as so light weight yet so powerful! 

It’s become my daily hairdryer! It is light and dries hair quick. I haven’t been using hairdryer for years because my hair tend to get really dry afterward, but with this, my hair is not too dry! So pleased with this product!

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13 best travel hair dryers to take on your mini-break that are just as good as your full-sized one

By Emma Hobday

Travel hair dryers are an absolute necessity if you're heading on holiday. You want to look and feel your best on your much-deserved vacay, but let's face it: a hotel  hair dryer just doesn't cut the mustard.

More often than not, they’re heavy and clunky, and leave your hair feeling dry and frazzled. With frizz aplenty and zero styling ability, hotel dryers can leave you muttering obscenities and frantically scrabbling for your trusty hair straightener . But fear not, there are a multitude of impressive compact hair dryers on the market that will leave you looking like you’ve just stepped out of the salon with an expensive  blow dry .

Best travel hair dryers at a glance:

• Best hair dryer for all hair types:  ghd Flight Travel Hair Dryer, £65, LookFantastic
• Best hair dryer for fine hair:  BaByliss Travel Dryer 2000, £25, Beauty Bay
• Best hair dryer for curly hair:  TRESemmé Salon Professional 2000 Travel Dryer, £25, Amazon
• Best hair dryer for afro hair:  Wahl Hair Dryer Powerpik 2, £22.99, Amazon

If you’re still convinced that a mini hair dryer just won’t be the same as your standard hair dryer, think again. Many quality hair tool brands, like BaByliss, Remington, Revlon and Conair ensure that their travel hair dryers have the same watts of power, ionic technologies and heat and speed settings, just in a compact design. And they won’t break the bank either, so you can save your pennies for expenses like  hotels , flights and transport (and many, many cocktails).

Tp have the ultimate good hair day, every day, it’s best to find a compact travel hair dryer that truly suits your hair type, as well as your general wants and needs. Beautiful hair can take many forms, and whether you have an  afro , curly hair,  dry hair , or fine, damaged, thick hair or anything in between, there is an option for you. Ready to find it? Keep reading for the holiday hair of your dreams.

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What to look for in a travel hair dryer

There are a few things to consider when purchasing a new travel hair dryer:

The best travel hair dryers will have a folding handle, so they don't take up too much space in your  suitcase , and means more room for extra outfits. That extra pair of shoes you thought you couldn’t fit? Chuck them in.

Particularly useful in tropical climes and for curly, afro or coily hair types, cool settings will help set your hairstyle after drying and leave hair smoother, providing you with an enviable swish worthy of a L’Oréal advert.

To power your hair dryer at home, you need around 220-240V, but this can vary in different countries. If you're a frequent traveller and plan on using your hair dryer in various different destinations, dual voltage will come in handy. Make a beeline for travel hair dryers with “120/220-240V” printed on the label. This means it's a dual voltage travel hair dryer.

In our guide to the best hair dryers, we recommend (with the exception of the Dyson Supersonic - which has a wattage of 1600) opting for a wattage of above 2100. Generally speaking, the higher the wattage, the faster the hair dryer will style your hair. That said, a higher wattage generally results in a heavier hair dryer, which isn't always ideal for travel. Consider how often you'll be carrying your travel-size hair dryer in your weekend bag or gym bag, and opt for something with a strong wattage but that's still lightweight. This super affordable  BaByliss travel hair dryer ( £25, Beauty Bay ) is really lightweight, but it has a pretty decent wattage of 2000W.

Can you take a hair dryer through airport security?

Yep! You're permitted to take hair dryers in both cabin luggage and carry-on bags.

What voltages are used in different countries?

As we said earlier, you need around 220-240V for your hair dryer to work at home, but this can vary in different countries. So, if you’re planning some international travel to one of the destinations below (lucky you), then make sure to take a travel hair dryer that matches the country’s voltage. And don't forget to pack your travel adapter too.

• Europe: 230V
• USA: 120-240V
• Canada: 120V-240V
• Australia: 230V-240V
• Thailand: 220V
• Japan: 100V-200V

What is the best travel hair dryer?

This depends on your budget and hair type. The  ghd Flight travel hair dryer  is a popular choice - lightweight and compact while still retaining 70% of the power of other heavier ghd models, it comes with a precision nozzle, dust bag and variable heat and styling settings.

But there’s approximately *thousands* of travel hair dryers out there, and so to help you make your decision on which is best for you, we’ve assembled a comprehensive guide of the best travel hair dryers on the market, including budget buys, more premium options and cult-favourites that will never let you down (our your hair). You can thank us later.

How we chose and tested the best travel hair dryers

As a team of fashion, interiors and beauty experts, we happen to know a thing or two about which brands are the best in the business, and we love to share that with you, our loyal readers.

We’ve trawled through countless customer reviews, websites and brands to find nothing but the best travel hair dryers for your beautiful locks. We combined these findings with specific data on the kind of travel hair dryers you've been looking for, as well as checking that the products we feature are of high-quality, high-durability and inclusive of all hair types, to result in our selection of the best travel hair dryers on the market in 2023. Happy shopping!

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1. Best travel hair dryer for all hair types

ghd Flight Travel Hair Dryer, £65, LookFantastic

Our rating:  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Why we love it: You can’t get much better than ghd, and the brand wanted to cater for every hair type when creating their much longed-for folding hair dryer.

It’s super lightweight to use at 50% lighter than other full-size ghd hair dryers (so you won’t get that dead arm feeling, particularly if you have longer or thicker hair) but it still retains 70% of the power - pretty impressive, eh?

We like the premium, expensive feel to it, with its removable golden nozzle, ghd branding and powerful air flow, and it also offers heat protection with its safeguard technology, where the hair dryer automatically switches off if you hold it too close to the hair.

Product specifications:

• Wattage: 1200W
• Weight: 422 g.
• Attachments: precision drying nozzle
• Cord length: 1.8 metres
• Speed settings: 2
• Heat settings: 2
• Ionic technology: no
• Cold shot: yes

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2. Best travel hair dryer for fine hair

BaByliss Travel Dryer 2000, £25, Beauty Bay

Why we love it: This travel hair dryer has a seriously impressive number of raving reviews on Amazon, many of which rate it with five stars. Despite being so small and affordable, it's insanely powerful, and many shoppers actually claimed it dried their hair more quickly than their at-home hair dryer. One said: "Wow. Blown away by this dryer (HA - geddit!)" while another posted "this hairdryer is absolutely brilliant! Given its compact size I was expecting something resembling more of a light breeze but it's surprisingly powerful on its highest level." Impressive, right?

• Wattage: 2000W
• Weight: 750 g
• Attachments: concentrator nozzle
• Cold shot: no

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3. Best travel hair dryer for curly hair

TRESemmé Salon Professional 2000 Travel Dryer, £26.99, Superdrug

Why we love it: Coming with a nifty mini paddle brush for on the go de-tangling, this small travel hair dryer packs a punch for weighing just 700g. It has a powerful 2000W but uses tourmaline-ceramic technology to provide even heat distribution and ensure your curls are thoroughly dried, but without drying them out. Plus, the dual voltage and folding handle make it a super simple travel companion.

• Weight: 700 g
• Attachments: one concentrator nozzle and mini paddle brush

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4. Best travel hair dryer for afro hair

Wahl Hair Dryer Powerpik 2, WAS £22.99 NOW £21.58, Amazon

Our rating:  ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨

Why we love it: Yep, you’re right in thinking that this isn’t a travel hair dryer, but it’s such a fantastic option for afro, coily and textured hair types that we had to include it.

It has a salon length three metre long cord, (and you will frequently see the  Wahl PowerPik 2 Hair Dryer being used in specialised Afro hair salons). It’s brilliant at taming glorious afros due to its heat-resistant pik attachment, which helps to direct airflow and evenly dry the hair, whilst the cool shot button allows your ‘fro to set.

• Wattage: 1500W
• Weight: 796 g
• Attachments: one concentrator attachment and a OnePik hair dryer brush
• Cord length: 3 metres
• Heat settings: 3

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5. Best travel hair dryer for damaged hair

T3 Compact Hair Dryer, £125, Space NK

Why we love it: If you’re concerned about heat damage, this is the travel blow dryer for you.

It has a fast heat-up time and houses an internal microchip that intelligently monitors heat levels and distributes hot air evenly across the head. You can choose your desired heat with three different heat levels and two speed settings, further minimising damage and ensuring your hair is cared for whilst being dried.

Plus, the T3 Fit is the brand's lightest blow dryer ever – and both 30 percent smaller and 20 percent lighter than T3's full-size professional hair dryers.

• Wattage: 1600W
• Weight: 400 g
• Attachments: one concentrator nozzle
• Cord length: 2.7 metres
• Ionic technology: yes

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6. Best travel hair dryer for thick hair

Nicky Clarke Travel Hair Dryer, WAS £19.99 NOW £18.99, Amazon

Our rating:  ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Why we love it: This is  the travel hair dryer for thick hair, which quickly became apparent when we were reading through customer reviews.

“I was sceptical that this wouldn’t do the job on my long thick hair, and I was wrong. I thought due to the size that it wouldn’t be powerful enough, but it’s just as good as a regular dryer on my hair,” exclaimed one reviewer.

Another happy customer wrote, “Oh well what a little gem this is! I travel quite a lot with work so this has been my best friend. I have quite thick hair and it’s really good and powerful for a travel hair dryer. It’s so lightweight as well, so it’s so perfect for taking away on holiday! I have recommended it to so many people.”

“Perfect for holidays with my daughters who have thick hair,” concluded another.

Thick hair can take so long to dry, so we reckon this little number is a worthy addition to your holiday/work trip/mini break packing list.

• Weight: 1000 g

7. Best travel hair dryer for frizz-free styling

Revlon Perfect Heat Frizz Fighter Hair Dryer, WAS £25.99 NOW £23.24, Amazon

Why we love it: For the price, this is a pretty impressive hair dryer - it’s one of the most powerful in our edit, boasting 2200W (in comparison the Dyson Supersonic is 1600W) but it has three layers of ceramic coating, which helps to protect the hair from overheating and causing damage.

It helps to tame frizzy hair too, as it has ionic technology to help keep your hair smooth and a precision concentrator nozzle for easy styling. Bonus? It has the longest warranty we’ve seen on a travel hairdryer with three years (most are usually just two).

• Wattage: 2200W
• Weight: 499 g
• Attachments: one styling concentrator
• Cord length: 1.6 metres

8. Best travel hair dryer for worldwide voltage

Remington Folding Travel Hairdryer, £15.99, Boots

Our rating:  ⭐⭐⭐

Why we love it: A great budget travel hair dryer is this Remington option, which folds up for stress-free packing. You can remove the concentrator nozzle (which helps you to achieve sleek locks when attached) to save space, but it also comes with a diffuser attachment to disperse the hot air evenly throughout the hair and provide va-va-voom volume.

It's fairly light and fast-drying, but its USP is that you can take it anywhere in the world due to its worldwide voltage; perfect for you globetrotters out there.

• Weight: 662 g
• Attachments: concentrator and diffuser

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9. Best lightweight travel hair dryer

Flower Beauty By Drew Barrymore Ionic Travel Hair Dryer, £29.99, Sephora

Why we love it: While the wattage on this travel hair dryer isn't as high as those on the rest of our list, it's really small and lightweight, weighing just 226 g! How cute!?

It’s super affordable too, with a lengthy cable of 3 metres, so you’re not stuck with your nearest socket. Plus, its technology was designed by aerospace engineers (only the best for Drew) so you can guarantee your hair is being cared for, with its thinner and lighter blades to help provide a more powerful airflow for quick drying.

• Wattage: 1000W
• Weight: 226 g

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10. Best small travel hair dryer

Parlux 3500 Super Compact Ionic Hair Dryer, £149.99, LookFantastic

Why we love it: One of the smallest and most lightweight travel hair dryers in this edit is the Parlux Super Compact Ionic hair dryer. It's more expensive than others, but it measures just 17cm, so it’s a no-brainer purchase if you’re tight on space.

But wait, there’s more to this small and mighty model. There are three temperature settings to customise your styling experience, with two concentrator nozzles and a cold shot button to help set your hairstyle in place. Plus, it boasts ionic technology which cleverly produces negative ions to help your hair look its shiniest and smoothest self. Yes please.

• Weight: 505 g
• Attachments: two concentrator nozzles

11. Best travel hair dryer for quick drying

Shark STYLE iQ Ionic Hair Dryer & Styler, WAS £179.99 NOW £149.99, Shark

Our rating:  ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.5/5

Why we love it: Ticking all the right boxes, this is the ideal choice for hair styling on the go. Powerful, compact and not too heavy – it dries hair fast (super fast, in fact) so when you’re running late, this is ideal.

What makes it so fast drying, you ask? It’s down to the iQ technology, which creates high-velocity hot air and ionised air, which speeds up the drying time, but without the heat damage.

The accompanying two in one concentrator and diffuser work magic too, as the hairdryer recognises when you attach one and adjusts its temperature and speed accordingly to give your hair the best results - think silky, shiny hair with fewer flyaways and frizz.

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• Weight: 500 g
• Attachments: one concentrator nozzle and a diffuser
• Cord length: 2.5 metres
• Speed settings: 3

12. Best travel hair dryer for a blow dry

Drybar Baby Buttercup Travel Blow-Dryer, £85, LookFantastic

Why we love it: Drybar understood the assignment and created a travel blow dryer especially to produce a bouncy blow dry, wherever you are in the world.

It uses a wave heater to evenly distribute the heat all over the hair, ionic technology to lessen frizz and boost shine, and it comes with a cute travel bag for you to easily transport your travel companion wherever you go.

We adore the bright buttercup colour (which also means you’re not likely to lose it or leave it behind in your hotel room) and it delivers 100% of the performance of most full sized hair dryers, so you’re definitely getting bang for your buck. As one Amazon reviewer says, “Hard to believe this is a travel hairdryer as it is just as good as a home hair dryer, if not better.” We’re sold.

• Weight: 510 g
• Cord length: 2.12 metres

13. Best opulent travel hair dryer

Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer, £329.99, Sephora

Why we love it: Get ready for an elevated experience, as the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer has landed.

Okay, it’s not technically a travel hair dryer, but it would be a sin to leave it out - after all, it is considered to be one of the best models on the market, albeit coming with a hefty price tag.

But. There’s so many things to love about it! From its five different attachments, to its  lightweight motor which is small enough to be housed inside the handle, but is six times more powerful than a standard motor, to its four different heat settings (28°C for cold air, 60°C for diffusing, 80°C for regular drying, and 100°C for fast drying and styling), this is your one-and-done hairdryer that will last you a lifetime.

• Weight: 659 g
• Attachments: one styling concentrator, a diffuser, a gentle air attachment, a wide tooth comb, and a flyaway attachment
• Cord length: 2.8 metres
• Heat settings: 4

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What's the hardest thing to wave goodbye to when you're heading off on holiday? Friends, family...maybe your trusty hair tools? While the latter might seem a little extreme, it might just be the one thing on your mind as you're getting ready each evening, fresh out the pool and ready to transition into Evening You.

Maybe you tried to cram your well-loved straighteners and hair dryer into your weekend bag, before accepting defeat and deciding you'll probably need a change of shoes more than you do a full-sized hair dryer.

Enter: the best travel hair dryers. Designed to be packed away in your bag without taking up too much space, these compact dryers promise to transform your hair no matter where in the world you find yourself.

There are a few things to keep in mind before investing in one of these portable tools. Sure, many travel hair dryers don't come with the same intense heat powers as their full sized counterparts. But you'll still find hair dryers with around 2000 watts of power, which promises a fast dry at a safe speed that won't damage your locks.

You'll also want to look out for hair dryers with a foldable style, which means they can cram into the smallest of side pockets and save you that much needed space in your bag.

And, if you're regularly travelling somewhere new and need a portable dryer on every occasion, you'll want to check the cord length. After all, there's nothing worse than smugly unpacking your travel hair dryer and then realising the cord doesn't stretch anywhere near the closest mirror.

We've rounded up all of the best travel hair dryers.

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ghd Flight® Travel Hair Dryer Gift Set

Wave goodbye (temporarily) to your beloved GHD straighteners as the GHD travel hairdryer promises to become your new BFF anytime you’re travelling. Designed specifically for those on the move, this travel hairdryer is cute and compact, perfect for packing along in your bag, safe in the knowledge that your hair will look just as good as it does at home.

Around 50 per cent lighter than the original GHD air but with 70 per cent of the power, this is the only tool you’ll ever need for fast drying across the globe. This hairdryer is one of the safest options for your hair and your surroundings, switching off automatically when it gets too hot and offering a few different temperature options for versatile results.

Babyliss 5344BU Travel Hair Dryer

Not only is the Babyliss 5344BU Travel Hair Dryer small enough to throw in your hand luggage and forget about until you arrive at your destination, it’s also cheap enough that you won’t feel too concerned about any over-zealous luggage staff who may happen to throw your bag around more cheerfully than anticipated.

This budget friendly travel hairdryer brings together everything you need for salon-worthy locks no matter how much humidity is in the air. With 2000W of power and a dual-voltage feature, it’s one of the best options for quick drying power without taking up too much space.

Phil Smith Lightweight Travel Hair Dryer

This lightweight travel hairdryer takes up virtually no space in your bag to the extent that, if you’re a famed over-packer, you might have a few worried moments when unpacking that you may have accidentally forgotten it. Once you’ve pulled it safely out from the bottom of your bag, a good hair day is only a few minutes away.

This 1200W hairdryer may not be the most powerful but, for its price, it’s definitely a lot more impressive than the one that may (or may not) be included in your hotel room. With its lightweight and compact design, it’s suitable for use around the world without any hesitation.

Remington On The Go Compact Dryer

The foldable handle of Remington’s On The Go Compact Dryer ensures you can squeeze it into even the smallest of overnight bags without troubles. A budget friendly choice that still packs a powerful punch, this 2000W hairdryer is one you’ll bring along as an essential every time you travel. Add this to its two different heat and speed settings and you’ve got yourself a hairdryer that’s perfect for all hair types, in all situations.

Drybar Baby Buttercup Travel Blow-Dryer

Cult favourite Drybar is a newer addition to the UK market, landing direct from the US. Bring the brand’s super powerful methods to your next holiday destination with the Baby Buttercup Travel Blow-Dryer.

With its bright yellow shade and perfectly curated pro-grade tools, it’s one of the best travel hair dryers if you’re taking no precautions with your hair while away. As well as its dual voltage for overseas travel, this hairdryer contains a wave heater to ensure uniform heat distribution while you’re styling. It also weighs in at just 0.36kg, making it one of the lightest options out there.

Pritech Hair Dryer Brush

Pritech’s Hair Dryer Brush tackles all kinds of holiday hair struggles from multiple angles. This is a hair dryer brush rather than your typical travel hairdryer, which means it offers a few more curated options than simply transforming your hair from wet to dry.

This multi-tool package features not only a hair dryer brush for smooth locks but also a few other tools to style as you please. Their detachable nature means if you’re packing super light you can choose your favourite to bring along or, if you’ve got a little extra space in your case, you can bring the whole package for limitless hair styling options.

Lily England Travel Hair Dryer

Lily England’s travel hair dryer is small but mighty: one of the most compact options around with a powerful 1800W to give you freshly blow-dried locks in a matter of minutes.

Lightweight and portable, the compact design of this hair dryer means it’ll easily fit in your luggage, suitcase or gym bag: it’s perfect for on the move or easy storage at home. Use its detachable nozzle for a more tailored look and finish off with its cool-shot button for a final blast of cold air to seal your style before you leave the house.

TRESemme Salon Pro Travel Hair Dryer

TRESemme’s Salon Pro Travel Hair Dryer is one of the most popular travel hair dryers around and brings together everything you need for easy styling no matter whether you’re at home or away.

With its folding handle and dual voltage, this is a hair dryer you’re free to bring with you around the world without any fears of accidentally causing a power cut. It also comes with a mini paddle brush that’s just as size-appropriate for travel for the perfect finishing touch.

WAHL Travel Hairdryer

Wahl's Travel Hair dryer is maybe the smallest of the bunch but still comes with all of the essentials: two heat settings and a foldable design so you're safe to tuck it away in the corner of your weekend bag . It also comes with multiple styling options, like the concentrator nozzle and diffuser attachments, which allow a little extra versatility when you're deciding exactly how to wear your hair. With its worldwide voltage, it's safe to use anywhere in the world, too.

T3 Micro Compact Dryer, Lavender

You might not consider colour a priority when it comes to travel hair dryers but that's something you'll reconsider when you've admired T3's gorgeous lavender shade. This stylish travel hair dryer is a little more expensive than most but works differently to many other dryers.

Its specially-engineered fan generates a high volume of ion-enriched air that exits the dryer in a wide cone shape at a soft, gentle speed that dries large sections of your hair quickly. What that means is this dryer is your new holiday staple if you're often found struggling to get ready in time.

A good hair day isn’t limited to just home turf when you choose the right travel hair dryer. You’ll find us carrying our GHD Flight Travel Hair Dryer at all times, for swish-worthy hair around the globe.

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5 best travel hair dryers for your 2024 trip away, tested by the GHI

The most lightweight and compact dryers to take on your travels, tested by our experts

We know space can be limited when it comes to suitcase allowances, but thanks to their handy compact size and lightweight design, a travel hair dryer can easily slot in alongside your other beauty essentials . Though small, travel hair dryers can still pack a punch, with some having the same power as a standard model.

Alongside other staple travel tech such as power banks , a portable charger and speakers , here are the best for slipping into your carry on, according to our testers:

Best travel hair dryer

BaByliss Travel Hair Dryer

Best for curly hair

Remington on the go 2000w compact dryer.

Best for design

Ghd flight travel hair dryer.

Best compact travel hair dryer

Vo5 on the go mini hair dryer.

Best lightweight travel hair dryer

Instyler mini travel dryer, key features to look out for.

Foldable handle: This is particularly useful for larger travel dryers as it makes packing easier.

Dual voltage: You need around 220-240V to power your dryer at home, but this varies around the world, making dual voltage essential for frequent fliers. The voltage is usually printed somewhere on devices sold within the EU, so keep an eye out for ‘120/220-240V’, which means it’s dual voltage. You’ll need to switch it manually with a coin once you reach your destination.

Cool shot: If you struggle with frizziness or regularly visit hot and humid climates, look for a cool shot button. It helps set your style and seal cuticles, keeping moisture and humidity at bay and leaving hair shinier.

Wattage vs weight: Wattage refers to the power of your dryer and usually the higher it is, the heavier the hair dryer is. If you’ll mainly be using it to style, opt for a more lightweight model. And consider how often you’ll be carrying it around (in a gym bag, on a weekend trip etc.), while also bearing hand luggage weight restrictions in mind — every gram counts in a carry-on!

Heat/speed settings: Use the lowest heat setting and a styling nozzle for styling hair. For drying, remove the styling nozzle and use the higher settings for speed. Every product listed below has two heat/speed settings.

How we test

Here are the Good Housekeeping Institute , we asked 60 testers with different hair types to review a range of travel hair dryers. They judged them on ease of use, weight, noise level and final finish.

In the lab, we measured the temperature of the airflow, casing and nozzle, as well as assessing instructions, simplicity and design.

So, whether you want a bouncy blow dry for wandering the streets of Italy , or want to tame those fresh-off-the-beach curls in Gran Canaria , add one of these tried and tested options to your case...

Score: 81/100

With the power of a full-size hair dryer in a foldable and compact body, this BaByliss model provides ultra-fast drying. It also has a wide, detachable styling nozzle, which testers liked as it made styling easier.

Plus, the casing stayed within a safe handling temperature throughout our lab test, even on the highest setting.

Key specifications

Score: 80/100

From a concentrator nozzle for ultra-smooth blow dries to a compact diffuser for beautiful waves and curls, this dryer comes with all the accessories you need to style any hair type on the go.

It even has a small key accessory to switch the voltage output with ease. This is a high performer for styling and one of the best for speed, drying hair impressively quickly on its highest setting.

Score: 79/100

This travel hairdryer ticks all the right boxes; not only is it lightweight with dual voltage and a cool shot button, it also comes with a matching dust bag for protection on the move.

It performed highly on test, scoring full marks for ease of use and overall satisfaction. The slim handle was comfortable to hold and testers liked the easy-access controls. The dryer also has ‘hair safeguard technology’— meaning it automatically switches off if held too close to the hair.

Score: 78/100

If luggage space is an issue for you, consider this Vo5 mini dryer. It measures just 22 x 14 cm, one of the smallest models on test, but its performance belies its size. It was one of our top scorers for helping to reduce frizz and testers said the cord length allowed them to reach around their head with ease.

The concentrator nozzle directed the airflow precisely and testers found the body to be sturdy and robust. It doesn’t have a foldable handle, but it’s slim enough to slip into almost any space.

Score: 70/100

Popular with testers for its sleek, stylish design and light-up filter, this was also the quietest dryer on test. The panel was impressed by how powerful the airflow was relative to its size and weight, which InStyler puts down to the same turbine technology used in its full-size dryer.

It was quick to manoeuvre around the root areas due to its slimline body and the majority of testers agreed their hair was left looking healthy and smooth after styling.

Florence is our Senior Beauty Writer, specialising in expert-tested beauty and grooming reviews — from toothbrushes to the latest skincare launches. She’s committed to sharing recommendations for products that truly work and make people feel confident and healthy. Prior to this she was at Tropic Skincare, where she worked closely with biochemists in the lab, delving into the functions of each fresh, natural ingredient and conveying its efficacy to her audience in easy-to-digest terms. 

With over five years’ experience in beauty and health journalism, Florence has written for ELLE , Women’s Fitness , Sister Magazine, National Geographic Traveller and many more, with a strong sustainability angle thread through much of her work.

When she isn’t packing for a trip away, working out, eating out or reading up on retinol serums, you’ll probably find her experimenting with her film camera and building her portfolio of portraits. Florence’s photography can be found at florencereeves-white.com , her Instagram is @florencereeveswhite and her twitter is @floreadsnwrites

Maria is our Beauty and Grooming Testing Manager, and since joining in mid-2022, she has managed the testing for mutiple categories including scalp scrubs, collagen supplements and retinol serums. In addition to her master's degree in chemical engineering and a diploma in cosmetic science, she recently received her MBA from the London College of Fashion, focusing on case studies within the beauty industry. Prior to joining the company, she worked within the global technical team at the Estee Lauder Companies for over six years, collaborating with the chemists and engineers to launch luxury beauty products at scale and to quality. She has also worked as a formulation scientist within the pharmaceutical industry and takes this evidence based approach into all her product testing. 

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GHD FLIGHT+ TRAVEL HAIR DRYER

Small but mighty – 78% of the power of a full-sized hair dryer* (includes luxury travel case)

• Free 3 - 5 working days delivery
• 21 day no quibble returns policy
• 2 year warranty

The new ghd flight+ travel hair dryer is powerful, premium and portable. Holidays are for all year round and so are travel friendly blow dries.

With 78% of the power of a full-sized hair dryer*, ghd flight+ is fuelled by a DC motor and improved heater for fast drying results, every single time.

At 49% lighter* and 25% smaller* this ultimate travel hair dryer delivers effortless, long-lasting blow dries on all hair types due to the advanced ionic technology. Also featuring a foldable handle ghd has your travel experience in mind, giving you extra space in your suitcase.

With dual voltage functionality and a premium design you'll say goodbye to hotel dryers and hello to good hair days with ghd flight+.  

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COMPACT DESIGN FOR EASY PACKING

49% lighter*, 25% smaller* with a folding handle to neatly fit into your luggage, you can make more room for your holiday wardrobe.

(*vs ghd air)

SMALL BUT MIGHTY

Harnessing 78% of the power of a full sized hair dryer*, you can achieve a good hair day wherever life takes you.

ROUND THE WORLD STYLING

With dual voltage functionality, you can style stress-free wherever you are in the world.

Winning over 400 beauty awards worldwide to date, for over 20 years ghd have championed innovation, performance and design to bring you good hair days every day.

What's included?

New ghd flight+ travel hair dryer and stylish carry case.

Luxury travel case

Protect your ghd flight+ with the coordinating travel case with a branded strap.

Speed & temperature settings

Variable speed and temperatre controls for drying control.

Compact, ergonomic design

Ergonomic travel-sized hair dyer with folding handle for easy packing. Lightweight at just 453g (with cord and nozzle).

Powerful airflow

Compact but powerful, the ghd flight® delivers an airflow temperature of 65°C

ghd hair safeguard technology

Automatically switches off when held too close to hair to prevent overheating.

Dual Voltage

Works at 240V & 120V so you can achieve a good hair day anywhere.

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